Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $101,928.42 to Clay County Commission on July 28, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support the construction of a new 6,400-square-foot aircraft hangar at the airport in Ashland, Alabama. This Project Grant funds Phase 2 of the project, which encompasses the construction phase of the sponsor-owned hangar facility designed for aircraft storage and maintenance operations.

The hangar construction will enable the airport to enhance its self-sufficiency by generating revenue through aircraft storage and maintenance services. This award represents partial federal funding for the eligible construction costs, with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant funding the remaining eligible project expenses. The project is scheduled for completion by July 27, 2029, and aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of supporting the development and modernization of airport infrastructure to maintain a comprehensive nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 6,400 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage/maintenance to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This grant funds a portion of phase 2, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with airport infrastructure grant that will fund the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ashland, alabama.